It was decidedly uncomfortable for Peter Harrold last week. The JVP that looks at the World Bank with the same disinterest as an enraged bull at a red flag, wanted the Country Director sent packing.

Her mother, Jackie, was said to be "unable to face anyone". Jackie's partner, Peter Harrold, said: "Jackie was always begging her to give up her life in London and come home and live with us here.